The Federal Aviation Administration announced late Sunday that New York Helicopter Tours would cease operations immediately following a fatal crash last week that killed six people. The FAA also launched a review of the company’s safety record and operating license. The shutdown came after mounting scrutiny from federal officials, including calls from U.S. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer to suspend the company’s flights.
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New York helicopter tour company shuts down after deadly crash

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FAA grounds New York Helicopter Tours after deadly Hudson River crash; probe underway into rotor failure and past safety concerns.

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